👉 Xerophthalmy is a pigment found in some plants and algae, particularly in aquatic plants like zygoblasts. It's similar to other types of phyllanthoids (a type of flowering plant) but has an irregular shape that can vary from smooth to rough. In the context of xerophytes, it refers to those plants that are found in arid environments and require a high water content, such as deserts or desiccated areas.
